The Manual Therapy & Modality Edge: Combining Hands-On Techniques with Movement for Faster, Stronger Results

Dr. Capobianco holds a BA and MA in Kinesiology and Exercise Science in addition to a doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. Steve is a practicing sports chiropractor, currently holding a Diplomate in Rehab from the ACA and a Performance Enhancement Specialists certification from the NASM. Dr. Capo launched a sports specific rehab and performance institute called ProjectMOVE in Denver, Colorado that focuses on identifying motor control dysfunction in an attempt to enhance human performance from the professional athlete to weekend warrior. Steve is an avid athlete with a passion for sports. He has spent 25 years competing in ice hockey, lacrosse, triathlons, adventure racing, and natural bodybuilding. Steve is the Senior Director of Medical Education for Rocktape, pioneering evidence-informed education and products that challenges the current understanding of human movement practices. He authored the Fascial Movement Taping manual and lectures worldwide on the movement based corrective tactics and strategies.
 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Steven Capobianco has an employment relationship with Implus Inc. He receives a speaking honorarium from Kinetisense. Steven Capobianco receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Steven Capobianco is a member of the American Chiropractic Association, the National Association of Sports Medicine, the American Veterinarian Chiropractic Association, and several others, for a complete list contact PESI, Inc.

 

Mike Stella, AT, is a Certified Athletic Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Performance Enhancement Specialist who is dedicated to helping all athletes and people overcome injuries and functional limitations. Mike has served as an athletic trainer for the Florida Gators Football and Track & Field teams, assisting in all facets of sports medicine, including injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. While with the Gators, Mike developed his affinity for manual therapies, honing his skills with some of the best athletes, coaches, and multidisciplinary medical staff in the nation.

After his time at Florida, Mike was hired as the rehabilitation coordinator and athletic trainer at George Washington University. Since then, Mike has seen time at other NCAA Division 1 universities, as well as in the private sector at the US Athletic Training Center. He then started Recovery Lab, a unique membership-based sports medicine model in Syosset, NY. Mike is a Marist College graduate with a Bachelor of Science Degree in sports medicine and athletic training. He also holds a Master’s Degree in sports management from George Washington University.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Michael Stella is the owner of The Movement Underground, LLC and receives a speaking honorarium from Fringe, LLC. and Implus, LLC. He receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Michael Stella has no relevant non-financial relationships.

Meghan Helwig PT, DPT, is an experienced outpatient orthopedic clinician based out of Carlsbad, CA where she owns and manages Primal Strength Physical Therapy. Since graduating with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rutgers University in 2009, she has earned numerous certifications as a trained provider of full body Active Release Technique (ART), Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), and Neurokinetic Therapy (NKT3). In addition, she is a trained practitioner in IASTM, kinesiology taping, and performance movement techniques through RockTape, for whom she conducts national trainings.

 

Speaker Disclosures:

Financial: Dr. Meghan Helwig maintains a private practice. She receives a speaking honorarium from Rocktape and PESI, Inc. Her relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.

Non-financial: Dr. Meghan Helwig has no relevant non-financial relationships.

Mitch Hauschildt, MA, ATC, CSCS, serves as the prevention, rehab, and physical performance coordinator at Missouri State University, making him the leading expert on staff in the areas of injury prevention and rehabilitation.

At MSU, he utilizes his knowledge of performance enhancement and sports medicine to coordinate comprehensive healthcare programs for all 19 varsity sports. Mitch is founder and president of Maximum Training Solutions, LLC, a full-service sports medicine consultancy that he created to help coaches, trainers, therapists, and other health professionals and athletes to reach their full potential in their athletic related endeavors.

Over the years, Mitch has consulted with a variety of clients including universities, private therapy clinics, large market health systems, personal training studios, and high schools. Mitch has personally worked with thousands of athletes throughout his career. His clients have won world series rings, played in the NFL, NBA and MLS, and competed in the Olympics, but most importantly, they have achieved great personal success in local competitive events and leagues. Mitch is a noted speaker on both a regional and national level and has been published multiple times in professional journals and websites. He has developed a special interest in red light therapy and its ability to impact the health and wellbeing of all of his clients.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Mitch Hauschildt is the founder of Maximum Training Solutions, LLC. He has employment relationships with Missouri State University, Fringe Heals, and Fitness Anywhere, Inc. Mitch Hauschildt receives a speaking honorarium from Master Dry Needling and a speaking honorarium/consultant fee from RockTape. He receives a speaking honorarium, recording royalties, and a consultant fee from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Mitch Hauschildt serves as an advisory board member for Evergreen Certifications. He is a member of the National Athletic Trainer's Association.

Ethan Kreiswirth, PhD, ATC, has served as the Director of Education for RockTape, Medical Director for Velocity Sports Performance, and consulted with the Chinese Olympic Committee providing sports medicine mentorships overseas and in the United States. Additionally, Ethan is the Medical Director and Coordinator for the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation (IBJJF). Ethan was the Director of Athletic Training Education Program at Concordia University, Irvine in Orange County, California from 2008 to 2011.

Ethan’s additional positions include Medical Director of the All-American Heavyweights Boxing Team, in conjunction with the 2012 USA Olympic Boxing Team, 11 years as the Head Athletic Trainer of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) from 1997-2008, where he also served as adjunct faculty in the Kinesiology Department. Prior to CSUDH, Ethan was Head Athletic Trainer in the Minor League Baseball system with the Sonoma County Crushers. He also served as a Football Assistant ATC at Santa Monica College in the mid-1990s.

Ethan also holds current certifications in the Functional Movement System, Selective Functional Movement Assessment, and Professional Rescuer Instructor for the American Red Cross. He has been a contributing author in peer-reviewed journals, such as International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training, Journal of Athletic Training and Athletic Training and Sports Health Care. Ethan has been a national speaker on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu injuries, as well as a multitude of sports medicine topics at the National Athletic Training Association Annual Symposium, Far West Athletic Training Association, National Strength and Conditioning Association symposium and Association of Ringside Professionals.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Ethan Kreiswirth has employment relationships with El Camino College and Smart Tools. He receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Ethan Kreiswirth is a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.

Reid Nelles, DC, is a chiropractor who earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Minnesota – Duluth where he then followed his passion onto Northwestern Health Sciences University to pursue a Doctorate in Chiropractic. Reid was fortunate to be chosen for the medical staffing of the World Sport Games in Lignano, Italy, which kick-started his infatuation with sports chiropractic. Over the years, he has honed his experience and gained even more knowledge of movement patterns, corrective exercises, hands-on techniques, and so much more within the athlete population.

He owns and operates Minnesota Movement, a clinic in Excelsior, Minnesota. It is here that Dr. Reid fulfills his role in the community of ensuring that no athlete or person has a reason to skip a workout, bike ride, game, round of golf, day with their kids, or any activity due to an injury or pain. Reid believes that; if you move – you’re an athlete. Reid is a self-proclaimed “jack of all trades, master of none” when it comes to athletic endeavors and loves golf, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, hockey, wakeboarding, waterskiing, fishing and hunting. His primary goal is to restore and improve qualities of movement with anyone he sees.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Reid Nelles is the owner of Minnesota Movement. He receives a speaking honorarium from RockTape USA and Implus. Dr. Nelles receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: Dr. Reid Nelles has no relevant non-financial relationships.

Specializing in functional neurology and rehabilitation, Dr. John Campione possesses multiple postgraduate certifications in manual techniques, assessment processes, and exercise therapy. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he is also a distinguished educator, teaching anatomy, physiology, emergency medicine, functional rehabilitation, and sports medicine at collegiate and graduate levels. He contributes to postgraduate education through Rocktape and is a mentor and faculty member for Applied Movement.

As a clinician of 14 years, Dr. Campione is dedicated to providing individualized care. He emphasizes a collaborative approach to treatment plans that focuses on educating patients about their conditions and improving them together. His active care model aims to enhance movement, alleviate pain, and promote a better quality of life. This approach reflects his commitment to helping patients achieve their best health through personalized attention and expert guidance.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: John Campione is the owner of Cerebellum Movement Therapy and has an employment relationship with Brookbush Institute. He is a master instructor with RockTape. John Campione receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. All relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations have been mitigated.
Non-financial: John Campione has no relevant non-financial relationships.